1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
